Paid Leave Oregon (PLO) is a state-administered paid family and medical leave program designed to support Oregon employees during important life events — while protecting their jobs and income. At Cascade, our goal is to provide information and resources so you can navigate this complex program with confidence and stay fully compliant with state requirements.
This site provides up-to-date, easy-to-understand resources and information about Paid Leave Oregon (PLO) to help your organization manage leave requests, ensure legal compliance, and support your employees effectively.
What You'll Find in This Resource
We’ve gathered essential information, tools, and guidance to help your business understand and administer Paid Leave Oregon, including:
- Covered Employers and Employees — Who is required to participate and who qualifies for benefits.
- Covered Reasons for Leave — What types of life events, medical needs, and family situations are eligible for Paid Leave Oregon.
- Benefit Amounts — How much financial support employees can receive while on leave.
- Duration of Leave — How much time employees are entitled to under Paid Leave Oregon.
- Job Protections for Employees — Employment rights and protections during and after leave.
- Employer and Employee Contribution Requirements — How contributions are calculated, collected, and reported.
- Administering and Tracking Leave — Tools and best practices for managing PLO requests and usage.
- Equivalent Plan Requirements — Information for businesses offering a private, equivalent plan.
- Notice Requirements — What employers and employees must communicate, and when.
- Application Process — Step-by-step instructions on how employees apply for Paid Leave Oregon.
- Small Employer Requirements — What small businesses need to know about compliance.
- Small Employer Grants — Financial assistance available to small employers impacted by employee leave.
- Paid Leave Oregon FAQs — Answers to the most common employer and employee questions.
- Paid Leave Oregon Common Scenarios — Real-world examples to help you apply the rules.
- Paid Leave Oregon Forms, Policies, and Factsheets — Downloadable resources to support your business operations.
